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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Edinburgh campus
Full Time
SEP-26
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Edinburgh Campus
Full Time
SEP
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Edinburgh campus
Full Time
SEP-26
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Edinburgh Campus
Full Time
SEP
4 Years
Select a an exam type
Computer science forms the backbone of our interconnected world, driving innovation and progress at an unprecedented pace.
In this dynamic and ever-expanding field, our accredited BSc (Hons) Computer Science programme takes centre stage. It goes beyond traditional boundaries, emphasising the creation of robust and user-friendly systems, addressing the evolving challenges of our modern era.
With BSc Computer Science (Software Engineering) you will dive into the heart of computer science and explore software engineering, where you'll unravel the intricacies of constructing not just functional, but exceptional systems. Our curriculum is meticulously crafted to empower you in building the next generation of software tools and groundbreaking technologies. These are not just theoretical concepts they are the foundation of solutions that people will seamlessly integrate into their daily lives.
Exam type
A levelA level:
BBC - ABB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
ABBB Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
BBB Grades / Points required
UCAS Tariff:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6):
Pass Grades / Points required
GCSE/National 4/National 5:
It is also a requirement of every applicant to have English and Mathematics at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent) Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
28 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDM Grades / Points required
Scottish HNC:
Pass Grades / Points required
Scottish HND:
Pass Grades / Points required
T Level:
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Students living in
DomesticFREE
Students from Domestic
Paid by SAAS
£9,535 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,535 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,535 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£25,808 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£25,808 per year
Students from International
This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
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